Jul 14 2026
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Tuna Tataki Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time40m
Serves2

Pickled Ginger Relish | Micro Shiso

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Ingredients

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Tuna Tataki

Pickled Ginger Relish

Micro Shiso Garnish

Method

Tuna Tataki Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tuna

    Trim the fresh tuna steak of any sinew or fat. Pat it dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Tuna

    In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt, and black and white sesame seeds. Add the tuna steak and let it marinate for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally.

  3. 3

    Sear the Tuna

    Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat. Remove tuna from marinade and sear each side for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, until the outside is browned but the inside remains raw. Remove from heat and let it rest.

  4. 4

    Slice the Tuna

    Using a sharp knife, slice the tuna steak into thin slices (about 1/4 inch thick) and arrange them on a serving plate.

Pickled Ginger Relish Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Relish

    Chop the pickled ginger into small pieces. Thinly slice the green onions.

  2. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the chopped pickled ginger, sliced green onions, and lime juice. Mix well.

Garnishing

  1. 7

    Add Micro Shiso

    Top the sliced tuna with the micro shiso leaves and serve with the pickled ginger relish on the side.

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